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One of the major challenges with downsizing is that there’s rarely enough space to invite guests over. Despite its size of just 24 ft (7.3 m) in length, the Buttercup tiny house addresses this issue with a compact-but-capable interior layout that seats… Continue reading Buttercup tiny house makes a little extra space for socializing
If you’ve ever dreamed of owning a private island paradise, now could be your chance. The Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG) has joined forces with high-end clothing firm Vollebak to design a self-sufficient off-the-grid island getaway near Nova Scotia, Canada,… Continue reading Starchitect-designed off-grid island paradise heads to auction
High-profile Dutch firm MVRDV recently completed work on its energy-efficient Matrix One laboratory and office building in Amsterdam. The project showcases a forward-thinking design philosophy that focuses on flexibility, and features a demountable str… Continue reading Over 90% of this energy-efficient office can be dismantled and reused
Looking to nature can often provide inspiration, especially in construction. Researchers have studied how wind travels through the complex internal structure of a termite mound in hopes that it will one day inform the construction of a building that ca… Continue reading Termite mounds an inspiration for future climate-regulating buildings
Few designers have done as much to popularize the modern trend of covering buildings in greenery as Stefano Boeri. Since his Bosco Verticale met with critical acclaim, the Italian architect’s firm has been steadily producing lush tree-covered buildings… Continue reading Tree-covered tower’s lush exterior equivalent to 2.5 acres of forest
Dubai isn’t exactly lacking in eye-catching skyscrapers, but a new tower by automotive brand Bugatti and developer Binghatti is sure to turn heads. The stunning building will host luxury residences and include a pair of car elevators, allowing well-hee… Continue reading Bugatti’s amazing tower will allow owners to drive up to their penthouses
Imagine an army of drones flying around our cities, relentlessly focused on detecting building issues before they become serious and carrying out repairs autonomously. It sounds like science fiction but researchers aim to explore whether this could ind… Continue reading Drone research center takes autonomous building repairs to the skies
Inspired by the work of groundbreaking American biologist Margaret D. Lowman, students at Spain’s Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia (IAAC) have built a research center to allow scientists to monitor bird and insect life, as well as the e… Continue reading Tiny timber research center provides treetop view of forest life
It’s hard to imagine constructing a building without a detailed plan, but when exactly did humans first start doing that? Archeologists have discovered the oldest known blueprints, with a 9,000-year-old rock carving in Jordan depicting a to-scale plan for a nearby megastructure.
Category: Science
Tags: Archeology, World’s Oldest, Saudi Arabia, University of Freiburg, History, Building and Construction
Continue reading World’s oldest known blueprints detail to-scale desert megastructures
For a lot of people, tiny houses bring to mind very small and simple dwellings – and this can sometimes be true. However, they can also be surprisingly luxurious too, such as the latest model by MitchCraft Tiny Homes, which offers a spacious interior l… Continue reading Luxury tiny house fits big home comforts into portable package